How are you escaping the chaos of the holiday season? Sometimes it seems nearly impossible. The traffic is heavier, the shops are busier, and the weather's a struggle. And as much as there is to love about all of it (yes, even that snow, which is a drag to shovel but SUCH a joy to make photographs in), I HAVE to have some way to sneak a little bit of peace in the midst of it all. So most mornings I start my day with @adrienelouise's online yoga. How do you find a serene escape when you need one this time of year?⠀
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📷: Furry Field⠀
#jennifersquires

{ SNOW COVERED LIGHTS } Last month, a lovely woman was in my store and purchased some items. During our chat, I learned that she is a photographer who uses her talent to create beautiful greeting cards. Now I proudly carry Heather’s lovely cards in the store! Many of her works are shot here in Toronto, plus in Mont Tremblant, Las Vegas and beyond. They are just gorgeous!

This evening sky has such amazing colors. It reminds me to stop rushing, stop stressing about getting presents wrapped and the tree decorated, stop worrying about that project at work, and instead just breath, appreciate this beauty of nature, remember why we celebrate this Christmas season, and give thanks for my blessings.

What’s NOT to be excited about this time of year? I get a little thrill watching the neighbours continually one up each other with another string of lights. But the biggest thrill of all is the frenzy of orders coming in as you share soothing art with those you love. All the holiday order deadlines you need are on my website, just follow the link in my bio. Unframed prints destined for the US need to be ordered by Tomorrow.

It’s so unfair to ask you to choose just ONE, but if you had to whittle it down, what is your absolute favourite thing about the holiday season? I’ll start: What I love most of all is having the time to step away from the studio and to explore (and photograph!) the winter wonderland. And there’s nothing better than getting home and savouring all things chocolatey after a long walk in the cold. Ok, so that’s kind of two things, I also love... Ha ha, I’ll stop now! It's your turn!⠀
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📷: Frosty Fields⠀
#jennifersquires

I want to live in a world where the sky is my roof and the grass is my floor. Where the chirping of birds is my wake up call, and I'm as free as the one's flying around me! ☘️ #SereneScene#FreeYourMind#Iceland2018